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Apr 25

I-565 nighttime detours planned for Exit 10 work

As work continues on the Town Madison Interchange on I-565 in Madison, drivers should expect nighttime detours for setting bridge girders over the interstate during the next two to three months. Due to the overhead work, periodic weeknight closures of one direction of I-565 at a time — westbound or eastbound — will be necessary…

Apr 24

Second annual Spring Clean Day combats litter

An ALDOT employee tying a trashbag on the roadside

The Alabama Department of Transportation is pleased to announce its second annual Spring Clean Day was a success.

The event, which took place April 23, was part of ALDOT’s ongoing efforts to promote cleaner and safer roadways. All eight districts within the West Central Region spent the day picking up litter on various routes.

Apr 24

Multiple bridge paintings across the Wiregrass begin today

The Alabama Department of Transportation will be performing maintenance bridge paintings on four bridges across three counties in the Wiregrass area beginning today, April 24, 2024.

The contractor will begin work on the US-84 west and eastbound bridges over Claybank Creek in Dale County, west of SR-37. The contractor will be at this location for…

Apr 23

Shifting gears for speed: ALDOT’s role in a smooth Talladega race weekend

Twice a year, the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, better known as NASCAR, brings its famous auto races to Talladega, and the Alabama Department of Transportation is there to help.

The Talladega Superspeedway is located between several major, state-maintained routes, including I-20, US-78, SR-21, and SR-77. Prior to each race, the Alabama Department…

Apr 19

ROADeo Promotes Skill and Safety

Drone view from above of the Roadeo Competition.

In a display of skill, camaraderie, and commitment to safety, the Alabama Department of Transportation Southwest Region hosted its annual Mobile Area Equipment Operators ROADeo state competition qualifier during National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 15 – 19, 2024. The ROADeo brought together transportation maintenance workers who handle heavy equipment to compete in a series…

Apr 18

SR-52 Rebuild Alabama widening project in Geneva County starting Monday

This is an image of a blue and white roadway sign reading Another Project to Rebuild Alabama.

Alabama Department of Transportation’s Rebuild Alabama project to widen SR-52 in Geneva County will begin Monday, April 22, weather permitting.

Governor Ivey announced in February that the project had been awarded and construction would begin soon.

The project is expected to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion along SR- 52 from near Cox Street…

Apr 18

Governor Ivey Announces State to Buy Foley Beach Express Bridge

MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey, Orange Beach Mayor Tony Kennon and the Baldwin County Bridge Company on Thursday announced the signing of an agreement for the state to purchase the Foley Beach Express Bridge in Orange Beach. Thanks to Governor Ivey’s leadership, the bridge will become toll free immediately upon ownership change, benefiting Alabamians and visitors…

Apr 17

Meet Millie – the top dog of work zone safety

Millie the Alabama AGC Workzone Safety Dog billboard

Millie, a Labrador Retriever certified therapy dog and the official safety dog of the Alabama Associated General Contractors (AGC), has become a familiar and beloved figure in Alabama. She has traveled to all corners of the state alongside her dedicated human partner, Morris King. For the past four years, Millie and Morris have traveled with…

Apr 16

ALDOT to replace rest area on I-65 South in Greenville

Rest area building on I-65 South in Greenville, Alabama

The Alabama Department of Transportation is set to replace the I-65 South rest area near Greenville with a larger and updated rest area.

The current structure will be demolished, and an updated rest area will be built in the same location. The new structure will have additional stalls, urinals, and family restrooms.

The project…

Apr 16

ALDOT offers tips for traveling safely through work zones

National Work Zone Safety Week is April 15 through 19, but drivers should drive safely in work zones year round.

Every driver encounters them: those orange cone-filled stretches of road that seem like a recipe for frustration. But work zones are more than just a traffic nuisance – they’re areas where people are hard at work to improve our roadways.

National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 15 through 19, but drivers should drive safely…